Christmas Archives - The Joyful Frugalista

Day 1 Cashed Up Christmas – Wants versus Needs

On day one of the November Cashed Up Christmas challenge I explore the difference between wants and needs.

Ah, Christmas. How did it sneak up on me this year? One day we were still in November (heaps of

Hmmm, the scent of orange peel and its connection with Christmas. Orange peel is an essential ingredient in many Christmasy

Want to enjoy a stress free Christmas? Then avoid the shopping mall this Christmas. I started from 1 December.

I have a new challenge – can I survive on only $50 a week groceries for one adult and two

Canberra. June long weekend. Cold. Traditionally it was a weekend of firecrackers. Now these are legal no more, but it

Merry Christmas everyone! I hope you have having a wonderful day with family and friends, and reflecting on hope, love

“Excuse me, do you stock sago?” The Woollies staffer looked really confused. “You know, tapioca?” I tried again. He looked

It’s the time of year for Christmas gifts: Kris Kringles, teacher thank yous, something for the host of a Christmas

Ah, and so this is Christmas. So much in-your-face commercial crap, and a lot of pressure to have a perfect